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American Airlines Baggage Allowance
The exact American Airlines cabin bag size, checked baggage allowance by fare brand and excess baggage fees — copied from the official American Airlines baggage policy and checked on 30 October 2026.
Policy checked: 30 October 2026 · Source: official American Airlines website (link below)
American Airlines baggage allowance at a glance
Cabin: 1 carry-on bag allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read)
· Personal item: 1 personal item allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read)
Checked (Basic Economy (within/between U.S., PR, USVI, Canada, Caribbean excl. Cuba/Haiti, Mexico, Central America excl. Panama, Guyana)): 1st bag $55 ($50 if paid online), 2nd bag $65 ($60 if paid online), for tickets issued on/after May 18, 2026
How American Airlines counts your baggage
American Airlines uses the piece concept: your allowance is counted in bags (pieces), and each piece has its own weight and size limit. Two lighter bags are not automatically the same as one heavier bag — check the per-piece limit in the table below.
American Airlines cabin baggage allowance
| Personal item | 1 personal item allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) |
| Cabin bag | 1 carry-on bag allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) |
| Notes | Carry-on allowance applies in all cabins including Basic Economy, per aa.com optional service fees page. |
American Airlines checked baggage allowance by fare
| Fare / class | Checked baggage allowance |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy (within/between U.S., PR, USVI, Canada, Caribbean excl. Cuba/Haiti, Mexico, Central America excl. Panama, Guyana) | 1st bag $55 ($50 if paid online), 2nd bag $65 ($60 if paid online), for tickets issued on/after May 18, 2026 |
| Main Cabin (same regions) | 1st bag $50 ($45 if paid online), 2nd bag $60 ($55 if paid online) |
| Premium Economy / Business / First (U.S. domestic) | 1st bag $0, 2nd bag $0 per official fee tables |
| All fares (3rd bag, U.S./Canada) | 3rd bag $200, 4th+ bag $200 |
Fees per person each way. Overweight tiers on the official page start above 50 lbs / 23 kg and oversize tiers above 62 in / 158 cm, indicating the standard limits. Save $5 on 1st and 2nd bag fees when paying online on aa.com or the app.
Excess and extra baggage fees
| Overweight bags | Over 50-53 lbs: $30; over 53-70 lbs: $100 (U.S./Canada); over 70-100 lbs: $200 (U.S./Canada) |
| Extra bags | 3rd bag $200; 4th+ bag $200 (within/between U.S., Canada, PR, USVI) |
| Prepaid online vs airport | $5 discount on 1st and 2nd checked bag fees when paid online on aa.com or the app; oversize 62-65 in: $30, over 65-115 in: $200 (U.S./Canada); bags over 115 in total dimensions not accepted |
| Currency | USD |
Special items on American Airlines
Sports equipment
Standard 1st/2nd/additional or overweight bag fees apply for most listed sports equipment (golf, skis, snowboards, bicycles, fishing, etc.); $150 sports fee up to 70 lbs / 32 kg for antlers, scuba gear with tanks and windsurf
Pets
Carry-on pet $150 per kennel within/between U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central America and Caribbean where entry allowed; not allowed to Hawaii
Frequently asked questions
What is the cabin baggage allowance on American Airlines?
Cabin bag: 1 carry-on bag allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) Personal item: 1 personal item allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) Carry-on allowance applies in all cabins including Basic Economy, per aa.com optional service fees page.
How much checked baggage is included on American Airlines?
Basic Economy (within/between U.S., PR, USVI, Canada, Caribbean excl. Cuba/Haiti, Mexico, Central America excl. Panama, Guyana): 1st bag $55 ($50 if paid online), 2nd bag $65 ($60 if paid online), for tickets issued on/after May 18, 2026; Main Cabin (same regions): 1st bag $50 ($45 if paid online), 2nd bag $60 ($55 if paid online); Premium Economy / Business / First (U.S. domestic): 1st bag $0, 2nd bag $0 per official fee tables; All fares (3rd bag, U.S./Canada): 3rd bag $200, 4th+ bag $200 Fees per person each way. Overweight tiers on the official page start above 50 lbs / 23 kg and oversize tiers above 62 in / 158 cm, indicating the standard limits. Save $5 on 1st and 2nd bag fees when paying online on aa.com or the app.
What happens if my bag is overweight on American Airlines?
Over 50-53 lbs: $30; over 53-70 lbs: $100 (U.S./Canada); over 70-100 lbs: $200 (U.S./Canada)
Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online with American Airlines?
$5 discount on 1st and 2nd checked bag fees when paid online on aa.com or the app; oversize 62-65 in: $30, over 65-115 in: $200 (U.S./Canada); bags over 115 in total dimensions not accepted
What is the weight limit for carry on bags american airlines?
Cabin bag: 1 carry-on bag allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) Personal item: 1 personal item allowed in all cabins (official fees page; dimensions not stated on page read) Carry-on allowance applies in all cabins including Basic Economy, per aa.com optional service fees page.
Policy checked: 30 October 2026. Airlines change allowances and fees — confirm on the official page before you travel.
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